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Battle-tested technology, trusted where failure isn’t an option

With decades of experience engineering rugged, military-grade technology, Crystal Group delivers servers, networking devices, and embedded systems trusted by the Department of Defense and allied forces around the world. Designed, manufactured, and tested under one roof in Iowa, our solutions combine advanced performance with proprietary ruggedization to protect critical tactical programs at the edge.

Purpose-built features include:

  • Hardened physical and data security
  • High-performance data collection, processing, and storage
  • Ultra-low latency for time-sensitive operations
  • U.S.-engineered for rapid integration and deployment
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Trusted by all U.S. Military branches

Air Force

The U.S. Air Force depends on our solutions to store and transfer data in harsh environments with unique specifications. Current deployments include:

  • Airborne Cueing and Exploitation System – Hyperspectral (ACES-Hy)
  • Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) Ground Relay Stations
  • Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit, AKA the Stealth Bomber

Army

Our rugged servers, embedded computers and integrated transit cases are trusted on the ground and in the air by the U.S. Army around the world including:

  • Counter Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM)
  • The Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System (IBCS)
  • Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)

Navy

With more than 20,000 Crystal Group rugged servers, the U.S. Navy relies on our equipment to perform secure, high-power computing operations in shipboard and other operations. Current deployments include:

  • Aviation Data Management and Control System (ADMACS)
  • Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES)
  • Common Submarine Radio Room (CSRR)

Coast Guard

Our rugged solutions are trusted on the ever-changing conditions of U.S. waterways by the Coast Guard for reliable communication, navigation, and information storage miles away from traditional data centers.

Marines

We are prepared to serve the U.S. Marine Corps with our rugged small form factor solutions that incorporate modular design for all MAGTF requirements. Our Internet of Things (IoT) processing capabilities allow computing to move to the tactical edge to better work for the U.S. armed forces.

Tested

Our products are tested to strict military standards to ensure reliable performance in the world’s toughest environments.

Guaranteed

Every product comes with a standard 5+ year warranty, with optional upgrades available for extended coverage and peace of mind.

24/7 Support

Our experienced team is available around the clock which translates into fast response rates and quality service around the globe.

Reliable, secure computing for the tactical edge

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